1991 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 730 kg more than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Expedition (398 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chrysler Town & Country | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Town & Country | Expedition |
Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 398 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3030 mm |